Surfing Sam and Mr Turtle / Selncar Sam dait Tuan Penyu / Selancar Sam dan Tuan Kura-Kura

Ride the ocean waves into a heartwarming, multicultural coastal adventure with Surfing Sam and Mr Turtle, an enchanting bilingual picture book written by Lianne Connor and brought to life by award-winning artist Luke Mallie. Presented side-by-side in English, a regional dialect, and Indonesian, this inclusive story follows a young boy named Sam who shares a deep passion for surfing and a profound bond with a wise old sea turtle. As they glide through crystal-clear waters together, the duo explores the beauty of marine life while learning vital lessons about ocean conservation, mutual respect, and protecting fragile marine ecosystems. Visually defined by Luke Mallie’s signature bold lines and rich, culturally inspired color palettes, this story serves as a brilliant bridge for language learning, cultural appreciation, and environmental awareness, making it a perfect addition to diverse classrooms and school libraries.